Entries in collision avoidance systems
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To remain competitive in the tough luxury SUV market, Acura has upgraded the MDX for 2016. The biggest change is the replacement of the previous six-speed automatic with a nine-speed dual-clutch unit that weighs 66 lb. less. Gear ratios are more closely spaced, shifts a claimed 25% faster, and the console-mounted shift lever has been replaced by a shift-by-wire gear selector with redundant steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.